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Royal Palace
Beste Besuchszeit
Early morning visits avoid the heat and crowds, offering peaceful exploration and better photography lighting. The dry season from November to February brings comfortable weather.
Budgettipps
Entry costs around $10 USD, with discounts for students and groups. Arriving early can help avoid lines linked to prepaid tour groups.
Empfohlen für
History buffs, Cultural enthusiasts, Photography enthusiasts
Planen Sie Ihren Besuch
1-2 hours
Über
Schnelle Fakten: The Royal Palace complex covers 180,000 square meters and includes several buildings, gardens, and a famous Silver Pagoda with a floor made of over 5,000 silver tiles. It serves as the residence of the King of Cambodia and hosts important ceremonies like coronations and royal funerals.
Highlights: The Silver Pagoda inside holds a 90 kg solid gold Buddha studded with 9,584 diamonds, including a rare 25-carat one in the forehead. Elaborate murals covering 700 square meters depict the Reamker, a Cambodian version of the Ramayana epic, providing a vivid story told in bright reds and golds.
Insidertipps
- Wear respectful clothing covering shoulders and knees to enter the palace, as the dress code is strictly enforced.
- Photograph the intricate murals in the Silver Pagoda early in the morning when light is soft and less glare occurs.
- Skip the late afternoon when tour buses arrive packing crowds into the main plazas.
- Purchase tickets from the official booth outside to avoid overpriced vendors inside.
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